SheFinds Style!

If you love style, you’re probably very familiar with online style destinations SheFinds, MomFinds and BrideFinds. Michelle Madhok, the founder of this Internet empire, has shared her style and shopping know-how with publications like Woman’s Day and The Wall Street Journal and also been featured on Today, Rachael Ray Show, Good Morning America and countless radio programs.

Madhok founded SheFinds and its sister sites to provide fashionistas with a crucial service: finding the best sales and deals. After helping millions of readers, she decided to compile her best fashion and lifestyle solutions in one indispensable, timeless style bible titled Wear This Now ($11.51 at Books-A-Million). I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to ask Madhok several burning questions. Read and learn, ladies! (Get novel savings with Books-A-Million promo codes.)

What is your favorite tip for organizing your closet?

At the beginning of every season, turn the hangers of your in-season clothing around. Then, when you wear something, turn the hanger in the correct direction. At the end of the season, you’ll see what you wore and what you didn’t, and you’ll be able to make decisions about what to keep and what to toss.

You are a fan of accessorizing. What is your current must-have piece of jewelry that you feel is universally flattering?

We’re loving the look of collar necklaces, which take our other favorite trend, silk blouses, to a new level. You can button your blouse up all the way or wear it unbuttoned. Or pair them with cardigans and dresses. They’re really versatile and fashion-forward. We also really like BaubleBar for inexpensive jewelry. (Get $10 off your first order with BaubleBar coupons.)

What’s an unexpected way to glam it up for holiday parties?

We love metallic denim for holiday parties. You can keep everything else neutral, so there’s no need to buy an entirely new outfit for each party—just change your pants. The best part is that they’re instant icebreakers. You’re guaranteed to have women flocking to you, wanting to compliment you and start a conversation. See our favorites like the gold jeans ($97 at Shopbop.com) on SheFinds. (Save on your statement-making garb with Shopbop.com sales.)

What is your go-to budget-friendly travel outfit?

We get our best travel outfit ideas from A-lister paparazzi photos. One of our favorite tried-and-true outfits is below:

You’re known for saying, “Work the seasons to get a deal.” How do we do that?

We do this by knowing when things we want for each season will go on sale. If you only remember one tip, it should be never to buy before the season starts. Lately, the way our climate has been on the East Coast, you don’t need boots in August; you need them in late October or November, which is perfect because by then, all of the retailers are scrambling to get rid of their inventory for holiday. The boots go on sale, you get them for half off, and you still get to wear them throughout the entire winter.?It’s best to shop for deals a month or two into the season and midweek. That’s when all the deals are happening because the stores get less foot traffic during those times.

What is the one item you suggest we splurge on?

Shoes are the most worth-it splurges ever. While you can get away with a cheap top or pair of pants, bad shoes will hurt your feet, posture and back. It’s not worth the trips to thechiropractor for a cheap pair of heels. We’re really into riding boots this season because we can wear them to work and during the weekends, and we like to get double duty on our investments. See our favorites like the J.Crew Booker Boot ($199.99 at J.Crew). (Saddle up for savings with J.Crew promotions.)

Any interesting projects in the works at SheFinds?

We’ve been growing rapidly, so we’re looking to expand into other categories like home decor. We also have our eye on mobile and VIP offers for our most devoted fans. We just started Sample Saturdays, so be sure to sign up to get some freebies!

Want more? If you haven’t already, subscribe to SheFinds, MomFinds and BrideFinds (use the same link as SheFinds to subscribe to BrideFinds) and buy Wear This Now!

Photo of Michelle Madhok by Jason Berger

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Trae Bodge
is a shopping expert and lifestyle journalist sharing smart shopping tips with consumers on TV, radio and online publications.